2. (modifier) strong, powerful.
Synonyms: marohi, mārōrō, whakarawarawa
3. (noun) strength, power.
Engari rā, tērā ake anō tōna rahi e tautoko ana i a ia, anā kē atu te kōmārohi me te pai (TTR 1998:95). / On the other hand, he had his many people who supported him who were powerful and effective.
Synonyms: kaha, tino rangatiratanga, marohi, mārohirohi, mana, maru, awe, hiko, ihi, awenga, pū, mana whakahaere
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